Atomic Heartis an FPS set in an alternate reality, science-fiction dystopian Russia, developed by Mundfish. This FAQ guide answers any questions you might have about the game, from lore and story, to how to throw objects and use the scanner in the game.
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We’ll also include relevant patch information and any future plans for DLC or updates.
August 01, 2025:The most recent patch addressed some bug fixes, although the developers have finallypromised an FOV slider in another upcoming update.
What Is Atomic Heart?
Atomic Heart is the debut project of Mundfish, a development team based in Russia. It’s an FPS Action RPG set in alternate timeline where the Soviet Union becomes a technological powerhouse after the end of the Second World War, and has developed dozens of different types of semi-sentient robots.
The story follows P-3, an undercover agent trying to repair the damage a traitor has done by unleashing these combat robots onto the world. You’ll battle through waves of enemies, solve puzzles, and eventually unravel the mystery at the core of the story.
Here’s our review of the game:Atomic Heart Review - A Weak Pulse
Is It An Open World Game?
It has elements of an open-world, yes, although the main progression of the game features various linear puzzles and corridors. you may venture down intoTesting Groundsfrom the main open-world hub to complete puzzles and unlock new blueprints, and the majority of the game is spent underground.
Is Atomic Heart AAA?
This is a difficult one to nail down exactly - Mundfish have received funding from several sources and have two separate publishers, so you’re able to hardly call this an indie game. It is, however, their first game. Overall, the quality and polish of Atomic Heart is definitely representative of what you’d consider a triple-A game to be.
Here are some straightforward answers about in-game mechanics.
How To Use The Scanner
On PC, using the scanner is as simple as pressingleft Alton the keyboard, but on consoles it’s a bit more difficult.
On Xbox and Playstation, you will need to tap theRight Bumpertwice and then hold it down after the second tap, otherwise the scanner will just last for a second.
How To Throw Objects
A bit like scanning, the mechanic for throwing objects isn’t really explained very well. When you use the interact button to pick the object up (Fon PC, orRight Bumperon consoles) you’ll just drop the box or whatever after you’ve tapped the button. To actually throw the item, you need tohold the button down for longerand then release it after a short wait.
How To Equip Weapon Cartidges
Another tricky mechanic is how to equip cartridges on your weapon. It’s relatively straightforward, if a little obsfucated by the UI.
First, you will actually need to upgrade and unlock Cartridges, done via the crafting terminals located in the safe rooms. To learn more about upgrading your weapons,check out our guide.
Once you’ve selected the cartridge you want to install, clickmiddle mouseon the PC to place the cartridge in your weapon, or hold down X or Square on the Xbox and PlayStation to open up the weapon selection menu. Select the bottom option, then pick the cartridge you want to place in your weapon
